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Arnaud Lambert Brézé Midi Saumur Blanc 2022 Review
This wine is from top producer Arnaud Lambert in Saumur and the Loire Valley in France and labelled as “Brézé”. […] The post Arnaud Lambert Brézé Midi Saumur Blanc 2022 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell17 viewswine-reviewschenin-blancfrancesaumurwhite-winewine - news
Wine Review: Champagne’s Other Grape Varieties
Do you know how many grape varieties are allowed in Champagne according to appellation laws? Permitted Grape Varieties in Champagne There are actually 8 grape varieties allowed in Champagne according to appellation rules. Of course, not all places follow the rules but then they lose the right to be labeled... Continue reading The post Wine Review: Champagne’s Other Grape Varieties appeared first on The Wine Diplomats .
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Tresor Des Sables Tavel 2023 Review – Intense Rose
When it comes to interesting and, dare we say, somewhat robust rose wines, we almost always look towards Tavel in France to enjoy bottles made with the Rosé de Saignée method. This method effectively is bleeding off juice that is macerating on the grape skins as pigmentation is building. So rather than, say, a soft ... Read more
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Benanti Etna Bianco 2023 Review – Classic Sicilian White
When we visited Sicily, we absolutely fell in love with Benanti on the eastern side of Mount Etna. From their entry level wines to premium contrada (single vineyard) sites, we really didn't have a bad pour there at all. So when we buy an everyday drinker from Sicily at home, odds are good we turn ... Read more
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Angullong Fossil Hill Tempranillo 2023
The Iberian interloper in the Mediterranean Fossil Hill range. Grown by the Crossing Family, winemaker is Jeff Byrne. Note, bottle image is of the 2018, but naught has changed. Angullong, […]
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Angullong Fossil Hill Barbera 2023
Mediterranean varieties do well in the rolling hills of of the Orange region in Central West, New South Wales. From 24 year old Barbera vines. Winemaker is Jeff Byrne. Angullong, […]
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Angullong Fossil Hill Montepulciano 2023
Mediterranean varieties do well in the rolling hills of of the Orange region in Central West, New South Wales. Sees 9 month maturation in old oak. Winemaker is Jeff Byrne. […]
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Angullong Fossil Hill Sangiovese 2023
Inspired by Tuscany, from the rolling hills of of the Orange region in Central West, New South Wales. 20% whole berries retained in the fermentation, then 9 months maturation in […]
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Angullong Fossil Hill Shiraz 2023
From the rolling hills of of the Orange region in Central West, New South Wales. Grown by the Crossing family, with Jeff ‘Buddy’ Byrne the winemaker. 12 months maturation in […]
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Fontodi Chianti Classico 2012 Review
This wine is a Chianti Classico from Fontodi and the 2012 vintage. The 2012 vintage is a classic one in […] The post Fontodi Chianti Classico 2012 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell17 viewswine-reviewschianti-classicoitalysangiovesetuscanywine - news
Howard Park Scotsdale Shiraz 2024
Part of Howard Park’s Distinguished Sites range. Fruit is sourced from the Burch family’s Frankland River vineyards in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. 2024 was a fast and […]
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Howard Park Scotsdale Cabernet Sauvignon 2024
Part of Howard Park’s Distinguished Sites range. The Scotsdale is sourced from the famed Abercrombie vineyard in Mount Barker sub-region of Great Southern that is nearing 50 years old. 2024 […]
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Vinos en Voz Costumbres Rioja 2022 Review
This wine is the Vinos en Voz Costumbres Rioja blanco from the 2022 vintage. It’s a serious wine produced by […] The post Vinos en Voz Costumbres Rioja 2022 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell19 viewswine-reviewsmacabeoriojaspaintempranilloviura - news
Wine Review: The Rheingau in Chile
What happens when you mix over 200 years of winemaking tradition in the Rheingau, Germany with Chilean terroir? Let’s learn about Baron Knyphausen. Baron Knyphausen The estate vineyard, Draiser Hof, in the Rheingau wine region has been documented since the 12th century. Hence, it’s one of the oldest estates in... Continue reading The post Wine Review: The Rheingau in Chile appeared first on The Wine Diplomats .
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Pedroncelli Courage 2022 Zinfandel Captures the Soul of Dry Creek Valley’s Family-Owned Wineries
Just recently, I enjoyed dinner with good friends at the Navy Pier Marina in Chicago. An array of items including appetizers, sushi, Italian beef, salads, sides, and desserts were offered buffet-style to those of us with palates needing to be satiated after a few hours of boating, conversation, and laughter. Each of us, some wine […] READ MORE The post Pedroncelli Courage 2022 Zinfandel Captures the Soul of Dry Creek Valley’s Family-Owned Wineries appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning21 viewsevents-and-travelnorth-americared-wineregional-wineswine-reviewswineries - news
Twelve Wines, One Remarkable Vintage for Wairarapa Pinot Noir 2024
‘Big Splash, Small Puddle – Twelve Wines.’ One Remarkable Vintage. Wairarapa Pinot Noir 2024. Wairarapa Wine Region has unveiled the first of its inaugural Wairarapa Wine Pinot Noir Selection, a curated case of twelve Pinot Noir wines from the exceptional 2024 vintage, showcasing the diversity, character and quality of one of New Zealand’s most celebrated […]
by JB Wine Guy15 viewsnz-wine-newswine-reviewswairarapa-pinot-noirwine-awards - news
Howard Park Leston Shiraz 2024
Part of Howard Park’s Distinguished Sites range. Winemaking remains the same as previous vintages with parcels fermented in open vats and closed stainless steel before 18 months maturation in French […]
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Veuve Clicquot Vintage Champagne 2015 Review
Veuve Clicquot is one of Champagne’s grandes marques and this a high quality vintage Champagne from the 2015 vintage. 2015 […] The post Veuve Clicquot Vintage Champagne 2015 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell17 viewsnew-releaseswine-reviewschampagnefrancesparkling-winewine - news
Discovering Gavi DOCG: Piedmont’s Great White Wine Destination
The Denomination Gavi DOCG sits in the southeastern corner of Piedmont, where the hills begin their long climb toward the Ligurian Apennines. Less than an hour from Milan, Genoa, and Turin, the territory occupies a geographic position that has shaped both its history and its wine for over a thousand years. The denomination covers eleven […] The post Discovering Gavi DOCG: Piedmont’s Great White Wine Destination appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Domaine de Bellene L’Eclos des Abeille 2019 Review
This wine is a Bourgogne Blanc (chardonnay) from top producer Domaine de Bellene and the 2019 vintage. 2019 was a […] The post Domaine de Bellene L’Eclos des Abeille 2019 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell23 viewswine-reviewsbourgogneburgundychardonnayfrancewhite-wine - news
Howard Park Sauvignon Blanc 2025
A blend of Great Southern and Margaret River fruit from Howard Park’s premium vineyards. A little oak fermentation for some of the blend parcels for complexity. Howard Park, Sauvignon Blanc, […]
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Howard Park Chardonnay 2025
Chardonnay reigns supreme in Margaret River and Howard Park have made this label since 1992. It rightly sits in their “Heritage” range, among Australia’s benchmark Chardonnays/ Howard Park, Chardonnay, Margaret […]
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Wine Review: California Classic
Joseph Swan is one of the pioneers of California wines. Yet, the prices for their classic wines have not gone through the roof like many of their neighbors. Joseph Swan Joseph Swan is best known for pioneering Pinot Noir in California. Although Pinot Noir was planted in California as early... Continue reading The post Wine Review: California Classic appeared first on The Wine Diplomats .
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Sangiovese Finds Its Magnificent Expression at Fattoria della Talosa in Montepulciano
Located in Montepulciano, a historic Italian town between Valdichiana and Val d’Orcia, is one of its most prestigious wineries, Fattoria della Talosa. Along with superior wines are barrel cellars and a tasting room in underground tunnels excavated by the Etruscans over 2200 years ago, then used as military bunkers during World War II. Intrigued? After […] READ MORE The post Sangiovese Finds Its Magnificent Expression at Fattoria della Talosa in Montepulciano appeared first on Grape Experiences .
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